1993 Seat Marbella vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Cordoba (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Marbella | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Marbella | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |